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“Love and light to his family in remembrance of a wonderful man. I did not know him well but reading the memories and comments makes me wish I did....Read More »
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1 of 10 | Posted by: Debbie - Farmingdale, NY - friend

“I am a nurse and worked at both Good Samaritan and Southside Hospitals. I remember Dr. Mooney as a very kind and patient man. I am sorry for your...Read More »
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2 of 10 | Posted by: Linda Mylott - Islip, NY

“Dr. Mooney and I had several meetings during the last few years and I genuinely enjoyed seeing him. He was ever the gentleman and a pleasure to...Read More »
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3 of 10 | Posted by: Keith McKinney

“Dear members of the Mooney Family,
My wife Maryann and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Mooney family on the passing of your Dad....Read More »
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5 of 10 | Posted by: Bill & Maryann Christie - FL

“Working for Drs. Mooney, Fogarty, & Tesauro in 1983 was my very first job out of College. After 16 years there I can honestly say it was an...Read More »
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6 of 10 | Posted by: Lori Caruso - Islip, NY

“So sory to read about Dr. Monney's passing. I will always remember him as being my very caring and compasionate doctor during my many difficult...Read More »
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7 of 10 | Posted by: Stella Bodall - Babylon, NY

“I worked for Dr. Mooney from 1983-85 as his secretary/receptionist. He was the kindest, most gentle man who always made you feel important. He was...Read More »
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8 of 10 | Posted by: Eleanor - Babylon, NY

“A great man with the highest ethical principles
Condolences and prayers to the Mooney family.
May he rest in peace
Jerry and Ann Buetow.
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9 of 10 | Posted by: Gerald Buetow, M.D. - VA

Dr. WilliamA. Mooney M.D, age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 2nd, 2012. He was born January 4th, 1922 in Flushing, NY. Dr. Mooney served his country during World War 2 as a medic. On June 6th, in 1951 he received a Medical Degree from the N.Y Medical College. He completed his internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Flushing Hospital Medical Center, finishing in 1955. During his internship he met his future wife and mother of his children, Marilyn Kellen. They were married on September 13th, 1952.
Dr. Mooney had a successful practice in West Islip, NY and worked at both Good Samaritan Hospital and Southside Hospital. He became the Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Good Samaritan Hospital in 1976 until 1986, and from 1979-1980 he was President of the Medical Board. Through the course of his career, Dr. Mooney delivered over 14,000 babies. In 1988, Dr. Mooney was forced into an early retirement due to a broken arm. He would have practiced until the day he died if he could.
William moved to FL, on beautiful St Pete beach in 1996 and lived the rest of his life in the comfort of his own home. He was thoughtful, kind, generous, funny, and astoundingly brilliant. He would read his mystery novels after breakfast, he enjoyed his crossword puzzles after lunch, and after dinner he loved to talk. The most important thing to William was his family. He is fervently loved and missed by those who knew him.
Dr. Mooney is pre-deceased by his wife Marilyn Mooney, and his son William Keith Mooney. He is survived by his son Stephen Mooney, daughters Karen Trepes and Melissa VanVeldhuizen, and Grandchildren Nyssa and Mahria Trepes, Ryan, Kyle, Stephen, and Erin Mooney. The funeral will be held at Saint John Vianney Catholic Church on November 20th, at 10:00AM.

Funeral Mass

November 20, 2012
10:00 AM

St. John Vianney Catholic Church
445 82nd Ave
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

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Love and light to his family in remembrance of a wonderful man. I did not know him well but reading the memories and comments makes me wish I did. Peace and comfort to all who will miss him tremendously.

Posted by: Debbie - Farmingdale, NY - friend Nov 17, 2012

I am a nurse and worked at both Good Samaritan and Southside Hospitals. I remember Dr. Mooney as a very kind and patient man. I am sorry for your loss. Linda Mylott

Posted by: Linda Mylott - Islip, NY - Co-worker Nov 14, 2012

Dr. Mooney and I had several meetings during the last few years and I genuinely enjoyed seeing him. He was ever the gentleman and a pleasure to discuss matters with. My condolences to his family on his passing.

Posted by: Keith McKinney Nov 14, 2012

Daughter Susan was one of the first deliveries Dr. Mooney delivered at Southside Hospital in Jan.1956.He deivered our second daughter Linda in 1961.

He was a wonderful Doctor and man.

Ruthellen Kren
Islip Terrace, N.Y.

Posted by: Ruthellen Kren - Islip Terrace, NY - Patient Nov 14, 2012

Dear members of the Mooney Family,

My wife Maryann and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Mooney family on the passing of your Dad.
Bill Mooney was a good and loyal friend, a client of our firm, and someone who was well respected in his community.
I had the good forturne of serving with Bill Mooney on the Good Samaritan Board for many years and his opinion and input was well respected by all of

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Dear members of the Mooney Family,

My wife Maryann and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Mooney family on the passing of your Dad.
Bill Mooney was a good and loyal friend, a client of our firm, and someone who was well respected in his community.
I had the good forturne of serving with Bill Mooney on the Good Samaritan Board for many years and his opinion and input was well respected by all of the members. He was a joy to work with!

May he rest in the Good Lord's eternal peace and may time heal some of this loss for the members of his family.

Working for Drs. Mooney, Fogarty, & Tesauro in 1983 was my very first job out of College. After 16 years there I can honestly say it was an experience of a lifetime! There aren't enough words to describe how terrific of a person, Doctor, and Family friend he was, and he will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to the entire Mooney Family...Lori Caruso, OM

Posted by: Lori Caruso - Islip, NY - Former Employee Nov 14, 2012

So sory to read about Dr. Monney's passing. I will always remember him as being my very caring and compasionate doctor during my many difficult pregnanccies during his residency at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip. May he rest in peace.

Posted by: Stella Bodall - Babylon, NY - former patient Nov 14, 2012

I worked for Dr. Mooney from 1983-85 as his secretary/receptionist. He was the kindest, most gentle man who always made you feel important. He was an awesome doctor who brought many healthy babies into the world. Rest in Peace, Dr Mooney! I will never forget you.

Posted by: Eleanor - Babylon, NY - Medical Secretary Nov 14, 2012

A great man with the highest ethical principles
Condolences and prayers to the Mooney family.
May he rest in peace
Jerry and Ann Buetow.

Remembering Dr. Mooney as a most caring doctor, who delivered my daughter 47 years ago.

Posted by: Marion L. Engel - Islip Terrace, NY - Patient Nov 14, 2012

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Dr. Mooney delivered my first child, Caitlin, in 1985. What a wonderful,caring doctor. My father-in-law was his partner - Dr. Edward Fogarty. One thing I'll never forget was Dr. Mooney asking me after a long delivery process if he could get me anything (I assume for the pain), and I replied "A Diet Pepsi"!! He will always have a place in our hearts - they were in practice for so many years, delivering bundles of joy to so many. God Bless to the family.

My Grandfather was a quiet man, but that doesn't mean he didn't have a lot to say. He had his opinions. He had his insight. He had his experiences. He had his advice. In the 90 years he spent on this earth, he had practically seen it all.
I remember my Grandfather telling me a story about when he was in the army during WWII. He was stationed in Germany, and during the night their camp was bombed. As his peers panicked and scrambled to find shelter, he simply slept right through it. I asked him if he ever feared for his life during his service, and he replied “No, Sweetheart I’m a fatist. I believe that if it’s my time to go it is my destiny, it is God’s will. I guess it just wasn't my time then.” I still can’t believe he slept through that.
My Grandfather believed that our time is allotted by God, but what we do with it is completely up to us. What he did with his is truly inspiring. His hands were the first to welcome generations of children to life, over 14,000 of them. He was a pioneer of the medical industry, and represented a time when being a Doctor meant you had the best interest of the patient at heart. Bringing health and wellness was his business, and because of his specialty he also brought love and joy to the parents of the children he delivered. This was his passion, this was his gift, this was his life. He wasn't just a good Doctor, he was the best. When he was forced into an early retirement, he never stopped being that person. Any concerns or issues any of us would have about our health, he was the first person we would go to. I always felt safe knowing we had a Doctor in the house. He had an indelible affect on the lives of so many. It continues through the generations of people he helped bring into this world. Those who we have not and will never meet, but we all have one thing in common: We knew those loving hands.
The only thing my Grandfather cherished more than his work was his family. Everything he did, every action he took was to ensure the quality of our lives. When you would look into those brilliant blue eyes, you could see all that radiated from them. He didn't just love us, he adored us. He guided us with his advice, and showed us how to live a versatile life. He himself was multifaceted: He was brilliant, silly, quick-witted, funny, genuine, caring, and strong. He was simply stronger than strength itself. I am proud to call him my Grandfather.
The vacuous space we feel now in our hearts is something that we’ll carry for a long time. When the wind hits just right, we’ll feel the hollow of our chests. The memories we have of him will begin to fill some of that space, but it will never quite patch. This is not a bad thing; it just means that he is loved.
With his passing comes great sorrow. We lost an amazing man, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and Uncle but what we did not lose is his influence. The guidance he gave and the love he felt for us continues on; for death may stop a man’s heart but it can never extinguish the fire he held within it.

My Grandfather was a quiet man, but that doesn't mean he didn't have a lot to say. He had his opinions. He had his insight. He had his experiences. He had his advice. In the 90 years he spent on this earth, he had practically seen it all.
I remember my Grandfather telling me a story about when he was in the army during WWII. He was stationed in Germany, and during the night their camp was bombed. As his peers panicked and scrambled to find shelter, he simply slept right through it. I asked him if he ever feared for his life during his service, and he replied “No, Sweetheart I’m a fatist. I believe that if it’s my time to go it is my destiny, it is God’s will. I guess it just wasn't my time then.” ... READ MORE →

Dr Moooney was my doctor for many years. AS the obituary stated he was very kind, a good listener and hd the interest of his patient in the forefront. I moved away from Long Island and when I returned I look to connect with him again but never knew what happened to him.

Larry and I send out sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Mooney. His partner, Dr. Edward Fogarty was my uncle. Dr. Mooney delivered our daughter Michele on 9/20/75 and she just delivered her first child on 11/08/12. We will always remember Dr. Mooney fondly as a very kind and gentle man and a most excellent physician. We only recently found out from my Aunt Jane Fogarty that he had retired to St. Pete Beach which is very close to where we have lived in Largo since 1985. Rest in Peace "thy good and loyal servant."

Posted by
Maureen Murphy Bauer
from Largo, FL - former patient
on
November 14, 2012

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Diane Brady Swenson
on
November 15, 2012

My name is Diane "Brady" Swenson. Doctor Mooney delivered me and three of my siblings. He also delivered both of my children. I remember during the birth of my son James reminding Dr. Mooney that he was delivering the baby of someone he delivered. He laughed a hearty laugh and then said "Oh my, that makes me feel old!" Then after he delivered my daughter Jacklyn I had been wheeled into the hallway waiting to be taken to recovery. I was so tired and had my eyes closed. I felt someone pick up my hand and gently stroke it. I thought it was my husband at first but when I opened my eyes I saw that it was Doctor Mooney. I looked up at his sweet face and he was smiling and said this..."You did good, you have your boy and now a little girl. You have the perfect family. God Bless." I was touched by his kindness. He was such a Good Caring man. I feel blessed to know that his hands were the first to touch me and my children! It makes me feel special to know that God chose this great man to be the one to deliver us all. I have thought of Dr. Mooney often over the years and will continue to do so. Dr. Mooney I know you can hear me...I want you to know that the world was a better place for having you in it and you will be missed.

My name is Diane "Brady" Swenson. Doctor Mooney delivered me and three of my siblings. He also delivered both of my children. I remember during the birth of my son James reminding... READ MORE →

Dr.Mooney delivered four of my children, one in 1959,1962,1963 and 1966.He was a very kind and caring man and a wonderful doctor.I was so sorry to read in Newsday of his passing.My thoughts are with his family during this sad time.

Dr.Mooney delivered four of my children, one in 1959,1962,1963 and 1966.He was a very kind and caring man and a wonderful doctor.I was so sorry to read in Newsday of his passing.My thoughts are with... READ MORE →